PANJIM, Jan. 24 -- 10-men FC Goa managed to fend off a tough press by Kerala Blasters to settle for a point with a 1-1 draw in the Hero Indian Super League at GMC Stadium, Bambolim, on Saturday.

The Gaurs took the lead through a 25th-minute strike from Jorge Ortiz Mendoza while Rahul KP (57') scored with a brilliant header in the second half. Goa were reduced to 10 men in the second half after Ivan Gonzalez received marching orders, receiving two yellow cards within a span of seconds.

Goa started with what they do the best - intriguing short passes, maintaining maximum ball possession and keeping Kerala on the back foot.

Kerala were lucky not to concede early in the game. The on-field chemistry between Alberto Noguera and Ortiz has bee...